‘In a superb position to provide informed and accurate opinions’, Dentons' energy practice was recently particularly active in relation to energy efficiency-related regulatory issues, along with electricity subsidies and proposed governmental reforms that will affect certain Small Distributed Generation Systems (PMGD). The five-member team in Santiago also assists mining businesses with complying with energy regulations, as well as their interactions with energy companies. With longstanding experience in advising energy companies (predominantly generators) on energy-related matters, Enrique Benítez ’draws upon his extensive experience to provide advice that is always timely and accurate’; and Pauline Chiffelle's practice encompasses electricity sector regulations and litigation. At associate level, senior Daniel Cristi and former Grupo Evans lawyer Constanza Kulikoff both advise companies on energy project development.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Dentons' practice is impeccable.’
- ‘The Dentons team has extraordinary experience, knows the relevant players, and is in a superb position to provide informed and accurate opinions that frequently touche on business matters, in addition to legal aspects.’
- ’An excellent team led by standout lawyer Enrique Benítez.’
- ‘The team is also very well-versed in green hydrogen projects, in which Enrique Benítez's relationships with the authorities are a great asset.’
- ‘Enrique Benítez is extremely proactive, knowledgeable about the sector, and very specific.’
- ‘Enrique Benítez draws upon his extensive experience to provide advice that is always timely and accurate.’
- ‘Enrique Benítez stands out for his decades of experience in water and hydropower issues.’
- ‘Enrique Benítez is probably the lawyer with the greatest knowledge of the emerging green hydrogen market and projects in Chile.’
Key clients
- Alstom Chile
- Vial y Vives
- Inmobiliaria Nororiente Sur
- METSO
- Cerro Dominador
- Transmisora Melipeuco
- Achiga
- Abengoa
- Atacama Minerals (Tewoo)
Work highlights
Advising Inmobiliaria Nororiente Sur on the negotiation of a 350MWh-a year power purchase agreement.
Advised Atacama Minerals (Tewoo) on processing authorisations before the National Electricity Coordinator, in relation to the Petronila Solar project.
Assisting Cerro Dominador with assessing technical and regulatory matters before the Ministry of Energy, so as to address challenges to the operation of a thermosolar plant in Chile.
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Practice head
Enrique Benítez; Pauline Chiffelle